Inverness Smiles

Dentistry & Modern Wellness Serving the Inverness & Valleydale Area of Birmingham, AL 35242

At Inverness Smiles, led by John Aiken, DMD, we combine advanced dentistry with modern wellness to deliver care that is both precise and personal. From 3D-printed restorations and same-day CEREC crowns to aesthetic treatments like Emface and Exion, every detail is designed to help you look, feel, and show up with confidence.

Welcome to Inverness Smiles

Personalized Care in a Relaxed, Modern Setting

Led by Dr. John Aiken, Inverness Smiles provides personalized, patient-first care for individuals and families throughout the Inverness and Valleydale area of Birmingham, AL 35242. We take the time to understand your needs and create a comfortable, thoughtful experience at every stage of life.

Before becoming a dentist, Dr. Aiken spent over a decade as a teacher, with experiences that took him across the U.S. and internationally. That background shapes the way he practices today, with a focus on listening, education, and helping patients feel confident in their care. He earned his dental degree from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry and is passionate about creating an environment where patients feel relaxed, valued, and genuinely cared for.

Outside the office, Dr. Aiken enjoys camping, gardening, photography, and scuba diving, bringing the same curiosity and balance into his life as he does into his work.

Our Services

Same-Day Crowns

Dental crowns are versatile and practical dental restorations that restore damaged or weakened teeth, providing strength and improving aesthetics...

Implant Restoration

Dental implants have revolutionized restorative dentistry, offering long-lasting and natural-looking solutions for replacing missing teeth...

Dental Fillings

A filling is a restorative treatment that repairs a tooth damaged by decay or trauma. The dentist in Birmingham, AL, will remove the decayed portion

Dentures

Dentures have been used to replace missing teeth and restore smiles for many years. These removable dental appliances offer comfort...

Full/Partial Dentures

Losing teeth can be a traumatic experience, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your quality of life. It’s easier than ever to replace missing teeth with dentures...

Dental Bridges

Missing teeth can cause difficulty with chewing and speaking. It also affects your smile and confidence. If your teeth are missing or you have gaps...

Full Mouth Restoration

If you are facing multiple dental issues, such as decayed, damaged, or missing teeth, gum problems, and bite misalignment...

Tooth Extractions

An extraction is the removal of a tooth from the mouth. A dentist or oral surgeon performs the procedure, which can be done...

Clear Aligners

A straight and beautiful smile is aesthetically pleasing and plays a vital role in oral health and self-confidence...

Teeth Whitening

A bright, white smile is an attractive feature and a sign of good oral health. However, your teeth can become...

Veneers

Dental veneers are a great way to improve your smile’s appearance, and at Inverness Smiles: John Aiken, DMD, we are proud to offer...

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental care is not just about maintaining healthy teeth and gums; it’s also about improving your smile’s appearance...

White Spot Removal

White spots on teeth can be a source of embarrassment and concern for many individuals. These spots may manifest...

Emergency Dentistry

At Inverness Smiles: John Aiken, DMD, we offer emergency dentistry services to provide prompt relief from pain...

General Dentistry

General dentists are the primary dental care providers for patients of all ages. Your general dentist is responsible for...

Preventative Dentistry

Preventative dentistry is caring for your teeth and gums to keep them healthy and strong. This includes regular checkups...

Sleep Apnea Devices

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by repeated...

Scaling and Root Planing

Scaling and root planing, is a type of treatment that dentists use to treat gum disease. Gum disease is an infection...

Night and Sports Guards

Your smile is one of your most precious assets, and it’s essential to safeguard it in various situations...

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a colorless and odorless gas commonly used as a sedative during dental procedures...

EMFACE®

EMFACE® is the groundbreaking, non-invasive solution for skin tightening and facial rejuvenation...

Exion Face

Exion Face is a cutting-edge treatment that combines monopolar radiofrequency (RF) and targeted ultrasound technology...

Exion RF Microneedling

Exion RF Microneedling is an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that combines the precision of microneedling...

Exion Clear RF

Exion Clear RF is an advanced microablation treatment designed to eliminate unwanted pigmentation...

Botox

Botox is a drug injected into the muscles of the face, neck, and shoulders to relax them and reduce the appearance of wrinkles...

Same-Day Crowns

Dental crowns are versatile and practical dental restorations that restore damaged or weakened teeth, providing strength and improving aesthetics…

Implant Restoration

Dental implants have revolutionized restorative dentistry, offering long-lasting and natural-looking solutions for replacing missing teeth…

Dental Fillings

A filling is a restorative treatment that repairs a tooth damaged by decay or trauma. The dentist in Birmingham, AL, will remove the decayed portion

Dentures

Dentures have been used to replace missing teeth and restore smiles for many years. These removable dental appliances offer comfort…

Full/Partial Dentures

Losing teeth can be a traumatic experience, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your quality of life. It’s easier than ever to replace missing teeth with dentures…

Dental Bridges

Missing teeth can cause difficulty with chewing and speaking. It also affects your smile and confidence. If your teeth are missing or you have gaps…

Full Mouth Restoration

If you are facing multiple dental issues, such as decayed, damaged, or missing teeth, gum problems, and bite misalignment…

Tooth Extractions

An extraction is the removal of a tooth from the mouth. A dentist or oral surgeon performs the procedure, which can be done…

Clear Aligners

A straight and beautiful smile is aesthetically pleasing and plays a vital role in oral health and self-confidence…

Teeth Whitening

A bright, white smile is an attractive feature and a sign of good oral health. However, your teeth can become…

Veneers

Dental veneers are a great way to improve your smile’s appearance, and at Inverness Smiles: John Aiken, DMD, we are proud to offer…

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental care is not just about maintaining healthy teeth and gums; it’s also about improving your smile’s appearance…

White Spot Removal

White spots on teeth can be a source of embarrassment and concern for many individuals. These spots may manifest…

Emergency Dentistry

At Inverness Smiles: John Aiken, DMD, we offer emergency dentistry services to provide prompt relief from pain…

General Dentistry

General dentists are the primary dental care providers for patients of all ages. Your general dentist is responsible for…

Preventative Dentistry

Preventative dentistry is caring for your teeth and gums to keep them healthy and strong. This includes regular checkups…

Sleep Apnea Devices

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by repeated…

Scaling and Root Planing

Scaling and root planing, is a type of treatment that dentists use to treat gum disease. Gum disease is an infection…

Night and Sports Guards

Your smile is one of your most precious assets, and it’s essential to safeguard it in various situations…

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a colorless and odorless gas commonly used as a sedative during dental procedures…

EMFACE®

EMFACE® is the groundbreaking, non-invasive solution for skin tightening and facial rejuvenation…

Exion Face

Exion Face is a cutting-edge treatment that combines monopolar radiofrequency (RF) and targeted ultrasound technology…

Exion RF Microneedling

Exion RF Microneedling is an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that combines the precision of microneedling…

Exion Clear RF

Exion Clear RF is an advanced microablation treatment designed to eliminate unwanted pigmentation…

Botox

Botox is a drug injected into the muscles of the face, neck, and shoulders to relax them and reduce the appearance of wrinkles…

Insurance Information

No Insurance? No Problem! We offer a membership plan that can help you receive quality dental care in Birmingham, Alabama, at a discounted rate. Call to find out more!

Membership Packages

You save at least $135.90 Per Year!

Adult Membership

13 and Older

$30.60

  • Professional dental cleanings (2 per year)
  • Doctor exams (1-2 per year)
  • Needed x-rays*
  • One emergency exam per year (if needed)
  • Oral Hygiene Inctruction
  • 30% off all other treatments (some exclusions may apply)

For patients who receive regular cleanings and who do not have periodontal disease.

You save at least $144.86 Per Year!

Perio Membership

Periodontal Disease

$52.46

  • Perio maintenance cleanings (3/year)
  • Doctor exams (1-2 per year)
  • Needed x-rays*
  • One emergency exam per year (if needed)
  • 30% off all other treatments (some exclusions may apply)

For patients enrolled in active periodontal maintenance due to prior treatment for periodontal (gum) disease.

You save at least $127.94 Per Year!

Child Membership

12 and Younger

$27.33

  • Professional dental cleanings (2/year)
  • Doctor exams (1-2 per year)
  • Needed x-rays*
  • One emergency exam per year (if needed)
  • Fluoride treatment
  • 30% off all other treatments (some exclusions may apply)

Meet the Team

At Inverness Smiles, our dedicated team is here to provide you with exceptional dental care in a friendly, welcoming environment. We believe in treating every patient like family, and we’re committed to helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile. Get to know the talented professionals who make our practice special!

Testimonials

At Inverness Smiles, we believe that the best way to understand the care and service we provide is through the words of our patients. We are proud of the relationships we’ve built and the positive impact we’ve had on our patients’ lives. Here are just a few of the kind words we’ve received from those we’ve had the privilege of caring for!

What Our Patients Say

At Inverness Smiles, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality dental care in a friendly and welcoming environment. But don’t just take our word for it! Our patients’ experiences speak for themselves. We’re proud to have earned their trust and loyalty, and their feedback motivates us to continually strive for excellence.